Attracting willing and engaged employees is still a top priority —and for some, a concern—coming into the new year. In the 2023 edition of the Bentley-Gallup Business in Society Report, nearly 5,500 U.S. adults gave their perspectives on their priorities …
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Homeowners Go Big With Bathroom Renovations
When making updates to a home’s bathroom, the 2023 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study found homeowners have decided bigger is better, especially in primary bathrooms. Of the 2,000 respondents, which included homeowners who had recently completed or plan to complete …
Read More »Hot Products – December 6, 2023
Mobile Workshop The MULE 5-in-1 Mobile Workshop is the ultimate project cart for capable DIYers and professionals. With a powerful, 3-speed adjustable fan, bright LED light, power strip with a 10-foot cord, loading tray to haul materials and tool caddy …
Read More »Hands-Free Hits the Home
In our ever-evolving tech world, voice assistants and smart devices have become must-haves in our homes to help with everything from knowing the day’s weather to turning on our lights to starting our robot vacuums. Consumers are looking for those …
Read More »Using Chalk Paint to Bring Furniture to Life
As the U.S. faces a possible recession and consumers look for more ways to save money, many homeowners will turn to secondhand shopping and updating pieces they already have to outfit and decorate their homes. According to Statista, about 57% …
Read More »2023 HIRI Summit Keynote Talks Consumer Behavior Trends
Last week, at the 2023 HIRI Summit, keynote speaker Liza Hausman, vice president of industry marketing for Houzz, shared four key focus areas of consumer behavior that retailers can focus on to be sure they are meeting their customers’ needs. …
Read More »Bluebird Named Krylon 2024 Color of the Year
A contemporary shade that evokes a profound connection to serene blue spaces found in nature, Bluebird is Krylon’s 2024 Color of the Year. Bluebird reimagines pastel blue with a bold yet pale hue that uplifts and comforts, serving as a …
Read More »3 Perspectives on Consolidation in the Independent Channel
In recent years, independent operators have expanded their businesses by way of acquisition, due to a number of factors, leading to consolidation in the industry. To gain insight on consolidation trends, Hardware Retailing consulted an expert in home improvement business …
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